Hamilton West Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hamilton East Dam Smith
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Hamilton West Dam in Coleman, Oklahoma, stands as a vital structure for the conservation of fish and wildlife in the region.
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Summary
Managed by a private entity, this dam on Sandy Creek serves as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, offering essential habitat for local species. With a height of 25 feet and a length of 725 feet, the dam provides storage capacity of 161 acre-feet and a surface area of 12 acres, supporting a drainage area of 0.25 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is rated as very high, indicating the need for vigilant monitoring and management. The state of Oklahoma regulates and inspects the dam to ensure its structural integrity and compliance with safety standards. The controlled spillway design with a width of 1 foot helps manage water discharge during periods of excess flow, reducing the risk of flooding downstream.
Located in Johnston County, Oklahoma, Hamilton West Dam plays a crucial role in the local ecosystem and water resource management. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, structures like this dam are essential for supporting biodiversity and maintaining healthy aquatic environments. Climate and water resource enthusiasts can appreciate the importance of this dam in the context of sustainable conservation efforts and climate resilience.
Dam Length |
725 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
SANDY CREEK |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
0.25 |
Nid Storage |
161 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Blue River Near Connerville
|
54cfs |
Pennington Creek Near Reagan
|
7cfs |
Clear Boggy Creek Near Caney
|
423cfs |
Blue River Near Blue
|
58cfs |
Washita River Near Dickson
|
322cfs |
Red River At Denison Dam Nr Denison
|
238cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Hamilton West Dam